{"id":2347,"date":"2018-10-11T10:18:01","date_gmt":"2018-10-11T10:18:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swisswatchexpo.com\/TheWatchClub\/?p=2347"},"modified":"2023-02-24T07:51:52","modified_gmt":"2023-02-24T07:51:52","slug":"buying-a-breitling-a-guide-to-their-collections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swisswatchexpo.com\/thewatchclub\/2018\/10\/11\/buying-a-breitling-a-guide-to-their-collections\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Breitling to Buy?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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Breitling is one of the most revered watch brands in the world; and it is also unrivaled in creating aviation watches. In fact, they\u2019re the only watch brand to equip every major model with chronometer certified movements.<\/p>\n

So does this mean that Breitling watches<\/a> are only for aviation enthusiasts? While they\u00a0are\u00a0<\/em>precision instruments, they can certainly be used and enjoyed by all.
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Check out their major collections, and learn which Breitling to buy:<\/div>\n
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BREITLING NAVITIMER | The Iconic Aviation Watch<\/strong><\/span>
\nLaunched: 1952\u00a0<\/strong>
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\nThe Navitimer<\/a> is undoubtedly Breitling\u2019s most famous watch. It was designed to help pilots do all their calculations with one tool \u2013 using its now iconic circular slide rule bezel. The range of numbers you see around its dial make a host of pilot-appropriate calculations possible, such as distances and air speed. This tool was necessary pre electronic calculator, but it remains useful today. Breitling is aware that not everyone (including pilots!) know how to use the slide rule bezel, so they have a dedicated slide rule tutorial on their website.Best for:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0professional pilots and aviation enthusiasts, cult or iconic watch collectors, and those who want an in-house Breitling movement \u00a0| \u00a0\u00a0VIEW COLLECTION\u00a0<\/a><\/strong>><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n
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BREITLING SUPEROCEAN | The Diver\u2019s Watch<\/strong><\/span>
\nLaunched: 1957<\/strong><\/strong>The Superocean<\/a> is Breitling\u2019s dedicated diver\u2019s watch collection. It was created in the middle of the \u201850s dive watch boom, with a water resistance of 200 meters and a practical design of Arabic numerals and oversized hands, it beat its contemporaries impressively. The Superocean Heritage line, launched on its 50th\u00a0<\/sup>anniversary in 2007, pays homage to the inaugural model. It comes complete with a steel bracelet and the original 1950s logo.Best for:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0sailing and watersports enthusiasts and those who want a watch that\u2019s sporty at first glance, but still a little retro\u00a0 | \u00a0VIEW COLLECTION ><\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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BREITLING CHRONOMAT and AVENGER | The All-rounders<\/strong><\/span>
\nLaunched: 1984<\/strong><\/strong>The Chronomat<\/a>, with its heftier, brawnier case, was designed to weather even the most extreme conditions. It\u2019s equipped with both a diver\u2019s bezel and a chronograph function, and its water resistance ranges from 100 to 500m depending on the model. The Avenger is similar to the Chronomat with its features, but it has a simpler case design and less busy dials. It does not carry an in-house movement, but it is still hand finished by Breitling to meet their standards.Best for:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>those who want a versatile watch \u2013 part diver, part pilot, with a more imposing design |\u00a0VIEW COLLECTION ><\/a> <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

For those who want the look of\u00a0the Avenger\u00a0at a more affordable price, check out the Breitling\u00a0Colt<\/a> collection.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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BREITLING TRANSOCEAN | The Traveller\u2019s Watch<\/strong><\/span>
\nLaunched: 1958<\/strong><\/strong>Building on the Superocean\u2019s success and the growth in transcontinental flights, Breitling launched the Transocean in the late ’50s. It was consciously designed for frequent travelers, hence its sportive but relatively refined ’50s feel. It was discontinued for decades, but was relaunched in 2010 \u2013 this time, with Breitling\u2019s in-house chronograph movements in the majority of the range.Best for:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0frequent travelers, and those who want a classic casual-to-dress watch |
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BREITLING FOR BENTLEY | The Luxury Performance Watch<\/strong><\/span>
\nLaunched: 2002<\/strong><\/strong>Nothing says luxury like a Bentley; and combined with Breitling\u2019s technical expertise, you get an elegant performance watch. The Swiss watchmaker and British car manufacturer collaborated in 2002 to create a line of chronographs inspired by luxurious automobiles. Most of the watches feature a bezel inspired by the Bentley honeycomb radiator grille motif and a grand combination of colors.Best for:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0Bentley fans and those who want an imposing sports watch, with a unique and eye-catching design \u00a0| \u00a0VIEW COLLECTION ><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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BREITLING PROFESSIONAL | The Life-Saving Watch<\/strong><\/span>
\nLaunched: 1985
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\nLiving up to its tagline \u201cInstruments for Professionals\u201d, Breitling launched its Professional line, which does more than just tell time \u2013 it can save your life. Comprised of the Emergency, Cockpit B50, and Aerospace ranges, these watches are robust, and specially designed to accompany adventurers. The Emergency I and II models are equipped with micro-transmitters that can send distress signals in case of emergencies, allowing the wearer to be rescued more rapidly.Best for:<\/strong><\/em>\u00a0professional pilots and those who want technologically advanced watches |\u00a0VIEW COLLECTION ><\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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